manager , commercial finance

King; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic finance professional to support the leadership of a renowned mobile gaming title. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with various teams to provide actionable financial insights, drive planning cycles, and enhance decision-making processes. Your expertise in financial analysis and commercial strategy will be crucial in monitoring industry trends and optimizing resource allocation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a beloved game while working in a fast-paced and innovative environment. If you thrive on challenges and enjoy making an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ Jahre Erfahrung in der Finanzanalyse in der Gaming-Branche.
• Ausgezeichnete Excel-Kenntnisse und Erfahrung in der Erstellung finanzieller Modelle.

Responsibilities

• Partnerschaft mit Führungskräften zur Bereitstellung finanzieller Einblicke und strategischer Beratung.
• Vorbereitung und Präsentation von finanziellen Berichten für das Führungsteam.

Skills

Finanzanalyse

Excel (fortgeschritten)

Datenanalyse

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Business Partnering

Prozessverbesserung

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA oder gleichwertige Qualifikation

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Hyperion

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Job Description:

This role is integral to supporting the leadership team of one of our most iconic titles, Candy Crush Saga. You will partner closely with leaders across the game team to drive financial and commercial strategies, unlocking value and ensuring the continued success of the game.

Your role within our Kingdom

• Establish yourself as a trusted partner to leaders across the Candy organisation, providing actionable financial insights and advice on commercial matters, including revenue performance, investment decisions, and new opportunities.
• Drive planning cycles, including forecasts and budgets, by translating financial and non-financial metrics into meaningful, actionable plans that help drive the business forward.
• Analyse and challenge assumptions, providing robust financial analysis and guidance to improve decision-making and business outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise financial reporting packs, highlighting key trends and actionable insights for the game leadership team.
• Partner with finance and operational teams to implement process improvements, drive resource optimization, and enhance financial controls.
• Monitor industry trends and competitors to identify risks and opportunities that could impact Candy Crush Saga's financial performance.

Skills to create thrills

• 5+ years of proven experience gained in a global mobile gaming company or a similar fast-paced, dynamic industry.
• Confidence and gravitas in partnering with and challenging senior leadership, with excellent business partnering experience in a fast-paced tech company.
• Comfortable working with large datasets and translating results into meaningful analysis and forecasts. Advanced Excel skills with experience in building robust financial models.
• Strong commercial competence, with the ability to understand the relationships between key financial and non-financial business drivers.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, capable of presenting sophisticated financial issues in clear, simple language to non-finance teams and key stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain quality work, meet rigorous timelines, and lead process improvements across gaming operations.

Tasty Bonus points:

• Understanding of revenue drivers, marketing channels, and resourcing requirements.
• Strong data analysis & visualization skills (basic understanding of SQL is advantageous), with proficiency using Power BI or Excel expert/enthusiast with a genuine desire to learn.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills, with the ability to create professional presentations and advanced graphs that clearly articulate key points and actionable insights.
• Experience with Hyperion or similar financial systems is highly regarded.
• Qualifications in ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or an international equivalent are preferred.